Chapter 194: Nascent Soul True Monarch’s Soul
The Nether Prison, third level.
Descending to the third level, the darkness became even more tangible.
The air was filled with various foul odors, and the ground underfoot was soft, likely from the excrement left by fierce beasts.
The beasts confined to this level were at least at the Foundation Establishment stage, all cunning, treacherous, and skilled in combat.
Living here was like living in a dark jungle.
No one dared to easily expose themselves, lest they be killed by an unexpected attack at any moment.
At this moment, a slender figure was hidden in the shadow of the rock wall.
She held a small knife, her expression grim, her breathing extremely steady and light, almost to the point of disappearing.
Her pale blue eyes were perpetually fixed ahead.
On the rock wall, a giant bat-like creature hung upside down.
It was large in size, its wings the same pitch black as the environment. Only its partially opened pupils occasionally flashed with a bloodthirsty glow.
The girl was very patient.
She held this pose for an unknown amount of time.
Finally, the girl moved.
Her movements were simple, without any flowery techniques.
It was just a straightforward swing of the knife, followed by a slash.
If there was anything remarkable, it was likely the speed at which the girl swung her knife.
It was so fast that it was difficult for even a cultivator’s naked eye to capture, only vaguely perceiving a residual blade image.
The blade moved, but made no sound.
The surroundings remained silent, the blade still dim, devoid of any radiance.
But the next moment, an extremely shrill scream echoed throughout the rock wall.
The small knife sliced across the throat, drawing a wisp of blood mist.
If it were just a superficial wound like this, it wouldn’t be fatal.
After all, demonic beasts were known for their robust physiques.
However, an extremely evil aura surged from the blade, clinging tightly to the beast’s throat.
The pain, like thousands of needles piercing the heart, caused the Green Night Bat, a mid-Foundation Establishment cultivator, to struggle desperately, no longer able to conceal its whereabouts.
It fell into extreme rage, repeatedly slamming its body against the rock wall in an attempt to alleviate the pain.
The violent force made the rock wall clang loudly, causing many small stones to fall.
Then, a flicker of panic and fear appeared in the Green Night Bat’s pupils.
For it could feel a mysterious and evil force relentlessly draining its soul.
It was unimaginable what kind of sinister and bizarre cultivation technique this was.
Even it, a demonic beast, felt terrified.
The pain, oh, the pain!
It was a pain from the depths of its soul, unstoppable, unavoidable.
The Green Night Bat’s impacts against the rock wall grew more frantic in both frequency and force.
Its shrill cries and wails permeated the entire third level of the Nether Prison.
They also attracted the attention of countless hidden demonic beasts.
Pairs of scarlet pupils quietly appeared in the darkness.
However, upon seeing the figure of the girl in the white skirt, those pupils instinctively contracted sharply.
Then, they began to flee the scene of slaughter at the fastest speed in their lives.
They’ve come!
That madwoman, she’s here again!
Run!
This was the common thought in the minds of all the fierce beasts at that moment.
Although the opponent appeared to be only at the peak of Qi Refining, not even Foundation Establishment.
However, the countless examples of their “companions” dying tragically before their very eyes served as a stark warning.
If you want to live, run quickly!
Among them were even overlords of the third level, such as the Red Ghost Tiger King.
Their cultivation had reached the late Foundation Establishment stage, and even within the Inner Sect of the Tai Xuan Sect, they would be considered elite disciples.
Yet, even so, they chose to avoid her, unwilling to provoke her.
It was precisely because the girl’s methods were too sinister.
Demonic beasts at their level had long since developed intelligence comparable to humans, naturally understanding the principle of seeking advantage and avoiding harm.
Although they were imprisoned in this dark and dismal place, feeling very frustrated and needing an outlet.
But that was also directed at the weaker ones!
Who would seek trouble and provoke such a killing star?!
Thinking this, the Red Ghost Tiger King frowned, casually extended its massive tiger claw, and swiped a nearby fleeing demonic beast towards its mouth.
Then, it opened its blood-soaked maw and, under the latter’s trembling gaze, devoured it in one gulp.
It was crunchy.
As the demonic beasts scattered and fled, silence slowly returned around the girl.
Mu Sanniang lowered her gaze and walked in front of the Green Night Bat, which was no longer struggling and had collapsed on the ground.
Her pale wrist extended the small knife.
Looking at the knife, extreme fear and pain flashed in the Green Night Bat’s pupils.
Its body began to tremble uncontrollably.
But the girl’s expression was indifferent. Without hesitation, she skillfully severed its head with a single blow.
Instantly, blood mist erupted.
Mu Sanniang frowned and sidestepped to avoid it.
If she had been wearing her blue skirt, she wouldn’t have cared about getting a little blood on it.
But she was currently wearing the dress her younger brother had given her.
It was a pure white and elegant long dress.
After finishing, Mu Sanniang put away her small knife.
A semi-transparent soul was forcefully pulled from the Green Night Bat’s corpse and absorbed into the blade.
The girl had clearly done this before, not only in her proficient technique but also in her unchanged expression.
She stood in place, with a deep, vast pit beside her.
That was the entrance to descend further.
Mu Sanniang calculated the time and realized it was the day she had agreed upon with her younger brother.
Therefore, she decided not to go further and took out her life tablet.
But the next second, an ancient voice echoed in her mind.
The voice was filled with unprecedented excitement.
“Wait!”
Mu Sanniang’s hand holding the life tablet paused.
This “Master” she had acquired, though her motives were unclear, her help was indispensable for Mu Sanniang to reach this point.
Whether it was the cultivation technique for concealing her aura or the One Yuan Soul Devouring Heart Sutra, they were the foundation for Mu Sanniang to survive in the first three levels of the Nether Prison.
Especially the art of soul devouring, which was perfectly suited for the Nether Prison.
It allowed her to reach the peak of Qi Refining in just half a year, only one step away from Foundation Establishment.
Such a cultivation speed was incredible, even compared to her younger brother.
Therefore, unless the request was too outrageous, Mu Sanniang would not refuse.
The ancient voice continued, “Deeper beneath your feet, there is an extremely weak Nascent Soul.”
The old woman’s voice turned stern, filled with killing intent.
“Go down and devour him!”
The girl was stunned and did not immediately reply but fell silent.
The ancient voice, as if sensing her hesitation, urged, “Don’t worry, those imprisoned here are all demons. Even if you devour him, you will be eliminating evil for the greater good.”
Then, her voice suddenly became excited, “Do you know what a great opportunity this is?”
“This is the soul of a Nascent Soul True Monarch. As long as you can successfully devour it, let alone Foundation Establishment, even Golden Core might be within your reach!”
